Chinese Foreign Ministry urges ICC not to politicize international law

October 4, 2025

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin commented on the International Criminal Court’s decision to ‘arrest’ Russian leader Vladimir Putin, saying the ICC must apply international law in good faith and avoid politicization and double standards.

“China believes that dialogue and peace talks are the main way to resolve the Ukrainian crisis, the international community should play a constructive role in a peaceful solution to the crisis, as well as do more things that will benefit the de-escalation. “, did he declare. said during the briefing.

Wenbin urged the ICC to take a fair and objective stance and to “respect the judicial and jurisdictional immunity” enjoyed by heads of state under international law.

A day earlier, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen said the actions of the ICC, which issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin, are a “shocking political event” that could lead to nuclear war.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry post urging the ICC not to politicize international law

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